Specialty - Endocrinology
Overview
Endocrinology is a specialty that evaluates and treats suspected endocrine gland and metabolic bone disorders. The endocrine system is a complex group of glands which make hormones. These are substances that help to control activities in your body. The specialist will diagnose diseases that affect these glands and treat hormone imbalances and problems by helping to restore the normal balance of hormones in your system. These conditions could include: Diabetes / Thyroid /Metabolic disorders/ Over or under production of hormones / Menopause/ Hypertension/ Cholesterol (lipid) disorders/ Lack of growth and Cancers of the endocrine glands.
Patient expectations
If your problem is not acute, your GP/Referrer will request an appointment in the outpatient clinic if they are concerned about your condition and feel that you require a specialist opinion. One of our Specialists will review the referral letter and assign a priority based on the information provided.
Very urgent cases are usually seen within a few weeks, but other cases may have to wait a longer time. However each month we receive more referrals than can be actually seen. Information regarding the waiting times can be obtained by selecting the link under “Waiting Times” below.
The specialist may organise an investigation/tests rather than arranging a clinic appointment so that further information can be obtained about your condition. This may result in either an appointment or a letter to your GP/Referrer with recommendations regarding your condition.
Consultants
Mr Kingsley Nirmalaraj
Referral / First Specialist Assessment
A threshold for FSA referral acceptance has been set to assist with MOH waiting time compliance.
Access Criteria for Referrals
Waiting Times
Contact Details
Postal: Referral Receipt Centre, BOPDHB, Private Bag 12024, Tauranga 3142
Fax: 07 578 9571
Phone: 0800 333 477